CAP is excited to announce that we are currently hiring a full-time Equity and Inclusion Advocate. This position was made possible thanks to a generous grant from The Collins Foundation for $115,000 over two years.

The Equity and Inclusion (EI) Advocate leads and oversees the overall equity, and inclusion work within Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) in a manner consistent with the agency’s mission and strategic plan.  In collaboration with agency leadership, the Human Resources Administrator, and others, the EI Advocate determines the strategic approaches needed within CAP to further its mission in a way that supports its commitment to the values of inclusion, and equity. The person in this role will champion discussions, policy changes, and culture shifts that promote equity, and inclusion organizational goals.

The EI Advocate will work with the EI Committee in reviewing, finalizing, and rolling out an internal organizational Bias Reporting System. They will articulate the need for change and develop plans to meet those needs in the context of CAP’s ongoing commitments in consultation with agency leadership and staff at all levels. The EI Advocate is responsible for ensuring agency policies and procedures align with CAP’s strategic equity goals and initiatives.

The EI Advocate will also work with the HR Administrator to establish and maintain a work environment that supports effective talent acquisition, development, and retention of employees from marginalized backgrounds. This includes collaboration to develop and support an institutional framework of culture and presence. The EI Advocate will be responsible for working with CAP at all levels to build overall capacity and capability around issues of equity, and inclusion which will lead to overall sustainable culture change within the agency. 

This position will be based out of CAP’s Davis St, Portland office, and will primarily work a M-F 40 hour per week schedule. Some travel expected. Occasional evening and weekend work are required. If you are interested in learning more about the Equity and Inclusion Advocate position or other openings at CAP, please visit our Careers page.

About Cascade AIDS Project

Founded in 1985 as a grassroots response to the AIDS crisis, Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) is now the oldest and largest HIV-services and LGBTQ+ health provider in Oregon and southwest Washington, with more than 100 employees working across four locations. Our organization seeks to prevents new HIV infections; support low-income people living with HIV; and provide safe, welcoming, and knowledgeable healthcare for the LGBTQ+ community. Through our vital health, housing, and other social services, we help ensure the well-being of more than 15,000 people each year.  More information can be found at www.capnw.org